Kling v1 Pro · Image to Video

Video·kling-v1·by Kling

Kling v1 Pro Image to Video takes your images and transforms them into smooth, high-quality videos, delivering consistent and reliable results every time.

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API reference
Runtime (p50)
5m
Estimated price
$0.14 / unit
Call the API
prediction.sh
sh
curl -X POST \
  -H "X-API-Key: $EACHLABS_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  --data '{
    "model": "kling-v1-pro-image-to-video",
    "version": "0.0.1",
    "input": {
        "aspect_ratio": "16:9",
        "cfg_scale": 0.5,
        "duration": 5,
        "image_url": "https://storage.googleapis.com/magicpoint/inputs/kling-v1-pro-i2v-input.jpg",
        "negative_prompt": "blur, distort, and low quality",
        "prompt": "The camera rotates around the subject"
    },
    "webhook_url": ""
}' \
  https://api.eachlabs.ai/v1/prediction/
Documentation8 sections
  • Overview

    kling-v1-pro-image-to-video — Image-to-Video AI Model

    Transform static images into smooth, cinematic videos with kling-v1-pro-image-to-video, the pro-grade image-to-video AI model from Kling's v1 family that excels in consistent motion and high-fidelity outputs. Developed by Kuaishou Technology, this model addresses key challenges in AI video generation by delivering reliable character consistency and fluid animations from a single input image. Ideal for creators seeking a dependable image-to-video AI model, kling-v1-pro-image-to-video supports up to 1080p resolution, making it perfect for professional workflows like "Kling image-to-video" applications in content production.

  • Capabilities

    Animate a single image into a video with consistent motion.

    Reflect prompt-based style and thematic animation through text input.

    Control motion flow using optional tail or static image masking.

    Produce videos in vertical, horizontal, or square formats.

  • Use cases

    Use Cases for kling-v1-pro-image-to-video

    Content creators can animate product photos into dynamic demos using kling-v1-pro-image-to-video's first-frame conditioning: upload a still of a smartphone and prompt "spin the device 360 degrees on a reflective surface with soft studio lighting," yielding a smooth 1080p clip ready for e-commerce videos without manual editing.

    Marketers building social media campaigns leverage its 1080p output and motion stability to turn static portraits into engaging stories, maintaining character consistency across frames for branded "Kling image-to-video" content that boosts engagement.

    Developers seeking a robust image-to-video AI model for apps integrate the kling-v1-pro-image-to-video API to power automated video prototypes, using last-frame control for precise scene transitions in interactive previews.

    Filmmakers experiment with cinematic extensions by providing reference images and prompts like "extend this landscape photo into a panning drone shot at sunset with realistic wind effects," harnessing its refined camera tools for pre-visualization.

  • Tips & tricks

    How to Use kling-v1-pro-image-to-video on Eachlabs

    Access kling-v1-pro-image-to-video seamlessly on Eachlabs via the Playground for instant testing, API for production-scale integrations, or SDK for custom apps. Upload a source image (JPG, PNG up to 10MB), add a descriptive prompt for motion and style, select 1080p resolution or aspect ratios like 16:9, and generate smooth MP4 videos up to 10 seconds. Eachlabs delivers fast, consistent high-quality outputs with no cold starts.

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  • Technical spec

    What Sets kling-v1-pro-image-to-video Apart

    kling-v1-pro-image-to-video stands out in the competitive landscape of image-to-video AI models through its specialized first-frame conditioning and support for both first- and last-frame control in select Kling Pro variants, enabling precise video structuring that few competitors match. This capability allows users to dictate exact starting visuals from an input image while guiding endpoints for seamless loops or transitions, ideal for structured storytelling.

    Unlike standard models limited to basic motion, it produces 1080p videos with enhanced sharpness, realistic lighting, and refined camera movements, ensuring professional-grade results up to 10 seconds in duration. Developers integrating the kling-v1-pro-image-to-video API benefit from 2x faster generation speeds compared to prior versions, reducing wait times without sacrificing quality.

    • 1080p Resolution Support: Generates high-definition videos at 1080p, with options for 720p and lower for faster processing—superior for detailed "AI image to video generator" tasks.
    • First- and Last-Frame Conditioning: Unique to Kling Pro I2V models like this, it locks in precise start and end frames for predictable, loopable outputs.
    • Proven Motion Fluidity: Delivers temporally coherent animations with stable character actions, outperforming generics in consistency.
  • Things to be aware of

    Upload a static character illustration and prompt motion like "turning around slowly" to bring it to life.

    Use tail images that continue a scene (e.g., character slightly moved forward) to enrich final transitions.

    Freeze background using a static mask while animating only the foreground subject for cinematic depth.

  • Key considerations

    Always ensure that the input image URL is accessible and stable, preferably in .jpg or .png format.

    When using a tail image, keep it visually aligned with the main image to avoid motion jumps.

    If a static mask is used, ensure its resolution matches the input image and that masked areas are clearly defined.

    Avoid extremely low-resolution input images, as it may reduce frame coherence and detail quality.

    Motion generation is limited to visual context present in the image—objects fully or partially visible are prioritized.

    Legal Information for Kling v1 Pro Image to Video

    By using this Kling v1 Pro Image to Video, you agree to:

  • Limitations

    Only two fixed durations (5, 10) are supported. No custom frame lengths.

    Motion is generated from the image context and prompt—no external motion reference or keyframes are accepted.

    Complex scenes with overlapping elements may result in visual artifacts or misinterpreted movement.

    Image masking requires careful segmentation. Poor mask quality can cause unnatural freezes or tearing.

    Fine facial movements and lip-sync are not supported.


    Output Format: MP4

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What is Kling V1 Pro Image-to-Video on eachlabs?

Kling V1 Pro Image-to-Video is the premium tier of Kling's V1 generation for image animation, available on eachlabs. It produces higher-quality video from static images than V1 Standard, with improved motion coherence and visual detail retention. It remains accessible on eachlabs for legacy workflows and V1-tier production use cases.